The emergence of Mateus Mane has probably been the highlight of the season for Wolves fans, with the eighteen year old Englishman becoming a first team regular in The Old Gold’s hapless battle against relegation. He shows courage beyond his years to accept possession in tight spaces, his youth probably being one of his strongest attributes in a season which has beaten many more of his experience teammates.
He has two goals and one assist in fifteen appearances, and should have a field day against League Two opposition if he is risked, but I see no reason not to given this is a possible route to joy for supporters this season.
Grimsby have played two Premier League opponents in cup competitions this season, famously knocking out Manchester United in the Carabao Cup back in August, before being swiftly dumped out by Brentford in the later rounds who managed to score five at Blundell Park. Even United scored two in defeat.